Topcon X63 - Introduction to Excavator Indicate Systems

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Chapter 1
1-1
Introduction
This manual discusses how to install and calibrate the X63 GPS
excavator indicate system for 3D control and the X62 excavator
indicate system for 2D control.
The TS-1 tilt sensors (9174-0000) used in the Topcon excavator
systems measure the pitch and roll angle of various machine elements
(Figure 1-1). Each sensor accurately measures a gravity-referenced
angle of the body, boom, stick and bucket, sending this angle data to
the GX-60 Display (9169-0000) to provide precise grade. Each sensor
is configured and calibrated for its specific location on the excavator.
The body sensor functionality is unique as it measures both pitch and
roll (cross slope) of the machine.